Bletchley Park Enigma codebreaker Ruth Bourne dies aged 98
Tributes are paid to Ruth Bourne, a WWII Bletchley Park codebreaker who helped crack the Nazi Enigma cipher. Her work changed the course of the war. Read her remarkable story.
Category : Culture
Actors vote overwhelmingly for AI action in UK film & TV
UK actors vote 99% to refuse digital scans over AI fears. Equity union warns of industrial action unless producers agree to stronger protections. Read the latest.
Teletubbies and Toy Story Aliens at Ally Pally Darts
Beloved children's characters like the Teletubbies and Toy Story aliens have taken over the stands at Alexandra Palace for the World Darts Championship. Discover how fancy dress has become a key part of the event's carnival atmosphere.
Domhnall Gleeson to Receive Oscar Wilde Award in LA
Irish actor Domhnall Gleeson is set to receive his first major Hollywood accolade, the Oscar Wilde award, in March 2025. Discover the career of this critically acclaimed yet underrated star.
UK Chief Rabbi 'shocked but not surprised' by Bondi terror
UK Chief Rabbi Ephraim Mirvis arrives in Sydney after the Bondi Beach terror attack, offering support and condemning hateful extremism. 15 killed at Hanukkah event.
Equity actors vote to refuse AI digital scanning
UK actors' union Equity votes overwhelmingly to refuse AI digital scanning, a landmark pushback against the use of artificial intelligence in the creative industries. Read the full story.
Actors vote for strike over AI concerns in UK film & TV
Equity union members vote 99% to refuse digital scanning, threatening industrial action over AI protections. A major moment for the UK's creative industries. Read the full story.
CMAT's 'Euro-Country' is 2025's No. 2 Album
Irish singer CMAT's third album 'Euro-Country' hits No. 2 in 2025's best albums. Born from a New York breakdown, it sparked a TikTok craze and a Glastonbury triumph. Discover the story.
Madness O2 Arena Stage Times and Details for London
Get the essential stage times and details for Madness's Hit Parade Tour at London's O2 Arena this Saturday, December 20. Find out when doors open and the show ends.
Snowpiercer TV Show Rediscovered on ITVX
Fans are rediscovering the dystopian sci-fi series Snowpiercer after all four seasons dropped on ITVX for free. Viewers praise the 'best first season' but debate later seasons.
First Dates: Woman admits boiling sheep skull on second date
A First Dates Beach Club contestant left her date stunned after revealing her unusual hobby involving a sheep skull. Find out what happened on the Channel 4 show.
Actors vote to refuse digital scanning on set
Equity union members have voted overwhelmingly to refuse digital scanning, demanding AI protections. This could have major implications for the UK's film and TV industry.
Photos of the Day: Polar Bear Adoption to Holy Land Christmas
From a rare polar bear adoption in Canada to Christmas greetings in Jerusalem's Old City, The Guardian's picture editors curate Thursday's most compelling global images. Explore the stories behind the lens.
Love Island is UK's most complained-about show in 2025
Ofcom reveals Love Island dominated 2025 complaints over Shakira Khan's treatment. The regulator received thousands of protests but chose not to investigate. Explore the full list.
Lynn Dalby, star of Budgie and Emmerdale, dies at 78
Actor Lynn Dalby, best known for playing Hazel in Budgie opposite Adam Faith and Ruth in Emmerdale Farm, has died from COPD. Read our tribute to her career.
Ban the White Elephant: The Case Against a Christmas Tradition
A writer's scathing critique of the forced frivolity of White Elephant gift exchanges. Discover why this holiday ritual of disappointment and theft should be made extinct this festive season.
Festive Dessert Wine Pairings for Christmas
Tired of tawny port? Discover expert wine pairings for Christmas pudding, from recioto della Valpolicella to demi-sec champagne. Elevate your festive dessert course.
F1 writer Gerald Donaldson dies aged 87
Renowned Formula One journalist and author Gerald Donaldson, famed for his classic driver biographies and a remarkable interview with Ayrton Senna, has passed away at 87. Discover his extraordinary life and legacy.
Actor William, son of Coronation Street's Debbie Rush, dies at 31
Debbie Rush announces the death of her son William, a Waterloo Road actor, days before Christmas. The Coronation Street cast offers support as the family grieves.
Bridge Park Centre heritage bid fails, £600m plan progresses
Historic England rejects listing for Bridge Park Centre, a site pivotal to London's Black history, allowing a major redevelopment with 1,000 homes and a new leisure centre to proceed.
Corrie star Debbie Rush's son, actor William, dies aged 31
Coronation Street actress Debbie Rush shares tragic news of her son William's death. The 31-year-old actor and organ donor passed away on 17th December. Read the family's full statement.
Nativity! Film's Safeguarding Issues Teachers Reveal
The 2009 Christmas classic 'Nativity!' is a festive favourite, but teachers reveal it's riddled with serious safeguarding issues. We break down the film's most unrealistic and concerning scenes.
Jennifer Lawrence's 'Shady' Remark Stuns DiCaprio
Jennifer Lawrence left Leonardo DiCaprio visibly uncomfortable with a comment about him having a teenage daughter during their Actors on Actors chat, sparking a major fan reaction online.
Rihanna Dancing Row Ignites UK Concert Etiquette Debate
Rihanna told to sit down at a Mariah Carey gig fuels fierce UK debate on concert etiquette. Poll shows 45% back dancing, but seated ticket holders disagree. Where do you stand?
Guardian Weekly Subscription Terms & Conditions Explained
A detailed guide to the Guardian Weekly print subscription terms, covering delivery, payment, holidays, and your cancellation rights. Essential reading for UK and international subscribers.
Madness O2 tickets drop in price for final 2025 show
Madness fans can grab last-minute bargain tickets for the band's final 2025 concert at London's O2 Arena this Saturday, December 20. Prices start from £74.
Kirsty MacColl death cover-up claims by ex-husband
Steve Lillywhite alleges a cover-up in Kirsty MacColl's 2000 death in Mexico. He claims the wealthy boat owner avoided blame. Read the full story and the family's long fight for justice.
Ukraine War Film 2000 Meters to Andriivka Reviewed
Mstyslav Chernov's harrowing documentary follows Ukrainian soldiers battling over a mile of hellish terrain. A vital record of courage and loss in the 2020s. Read our review.
Addison Rae named Guardian's Artist of the Year 2025
TikTok sensation Addison Rae reflects on her Grammy-nominated debut album, learning to navigate fame, and why 'life is lonely' in an exclusive interview. Discover her journey from viral dancer to critical acclaim.
Guggenheim Scraps Basque Expansion Plan After Protests
The Guggenheim Foundation has abandoned plans to build a satellite museum in a protected Basque nature reserve following major environmental protests. Campaigners celebrate a victory for local wildlife.
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